UK Commission Calculator

Calculate sales commissions, fees, and earnings from different commission structures and bonus schemes

Updated with UK employment rights and commission regulations for 2025/26

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Commission Calculation Results

Sales Amount £50,000
Commission Rate 5.0%
Commission Earned £2,500

UK Commission Information 2025/26

Employment Rights

  • Commission contracts must be in writing
  • Minimum wage must still be met
  • Commission counts for holiday pay
  • Notice periods apply to commission changes
  • TUPE transfers include commission rights

Tax Treatment

  • Commission taxed as employment income
  • PAYE and NI apply
  • Pension contributions on total earnings
  • Student loan on commission income
  • Emergency tax codes on large commissions

Common Structures

  • Estate agents: 0.5-2% of property value
  • Car sales: £200-500 per vehicle
  • Insurance: 10-25% of premium
  • Financial services: 0.5-1% AUM
  • Software sales: 5-10% of deal value

Best Practices

  • Clear commission terms in contract
  • Regular payment schedules
  • Transparent calculation methods
  • Protection against clawbacks
  • Fair dispute resolution process